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View from the top: Much to do about flooding
The need for a new flood strategy is now urgent as the 'temporary' 12 year-long solution is no longer feasible, says Tom Woolgrove.
Telematics Expo: Telematics set for mainstream, claims SSP boss
Telematics has a "mainstream" future despite its niche beginnings, according to SSP's managing director of insurance.
Telematics Expo: Feedback not a quick fix for improving driving standards
Incorporating a telematics box into a driver's car does not necessarily make a policyholder a safer or better driver, despite claims to the contrary.
Telematics Expo: Data fears unfounded in a social media world
A fear of telematics owing to data protection and privacy issues is outdated in a world where people voluntarily share so much information online.
Aviva parts company with director as McFarlane's shake-up takes effect
Aviva chairman John McFarlane has pressed ahead with his pledge to streamline the insurer's hierarchy by making long-serving director Mark Hynes redundant.
Confused unveils new telematics service and TV advert
Confused has launched new telematics service with five insurers and is due to go live with a sixth, Hastings Direct, tomorrow.
Law firms attack mesothelioma victims scheme for excluding other asbestos sufferers
Law firms have attacked the government's plans for a mesothelioma victims support scheme that excludes other asbestos sufferers.
Post magazine - 26 July 2012
The latest issue of Post is now available to subscribers as a digital and interactive e-book.
Legal reform: Uncertainty abounds as Laspo countdown continues
The Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Act is set to be implemented in April, but insurers and lawyers are concerned by a lack of detail.
Olympics: Claims from the games
Terrorism, adverse weather and the outbreak of disease could all cause the cancellation of the Olympics. But could the industry cope if the Games were canned?
Industry divided over RTA Portal extension deadline after Fenn report
The Ministry of Justice is sticking to its April 2013 deadline for the extension of the RTA Portal to cover a wider spectrum of personal injury claims, despite industry concerns that any changes will be rushed through.
Speculation mounts that RBS personal lines business will go out to tender
A wave of activity in the affinity space has led to speculation over the future of Royal Bank of Scotland's arrangement with UK Insurance as a provider of personal insurance for its banking customers.
Apil: Mesothelioma scheme is 'missed opportunity'
The Association of Personal Injury Lawyers has spoken of its disappointment that the government's proposal for a support scheme for mesothelioma victims "stops short" of providing full compensation.
Axa and Accident Exchange head to court over Autofocus evidence
Three Autofocus test cases involving Axa are to be heard in the Court of Appeal in a three-day hearing in October.
FSCS funding model consultation paper draws early concerns
The Financial Services Authority's proposed changes to the funding of the Financial Services Compensation Scheme have come under fire from the British Insurance Brokers' Association, amid concerns that the creation of a 'retail pool' will affect members.
DWP launches insurer-funded support scheme for mesothelioma victims
Newly diagnosed victims of mesothelioma who are unable to claim compensation because they cannot trace a liable employer or employers’ liability insurer will receive help from today through an insurer-funded support scheme.
Insurance Fraud Awards 2012 shortlist announced
Post can today reveal the shortlist for the 2012 Insurance Fraud Awards.
Macmillan Sheikh unveils unoccupied properties scheme
Specialist broker and underwriting agent Macmillan Sheikh has launched a scheme for unoccupied commercial and residential properties.
Home insurance premiums set to rise
Property insurers must ensure they have adequate reserves to cover future claims arising from volatile weather patterns, AA Insurance has warned.
Insured losses 'low' as Typhoon Vincente sweeps through China
Up to 37 people are dead and 700 homes were flooded after Beijing was devastated by the heaviest rainfall to hit the city since 1951.
Motor premiums rise and fall as competition hots up
Average car insurance premiums for directly sold policies have risen by 8.5% over the past 12 months, while the average premium on policies sold on aggregators has fallen by 3.3% in the same period.
Teeside broker Henderson completes Arlington acquisition
Henderson Insurance Brokers Teeside has acquired north east firm Arlington, an independent financial advisors with a portfolio in excess of £100m.
European companies underprepared for emerging risk
The majority of European companies feel underprepared for emerging risks including terrorism and political violence.
Compare the Market hires Jeremy Chadwick as commercial director
Former Zurich man to lead commercial strategy and development, covering all product categories including insurance and money.